Apple MD094LL/A manual Cleaning & Handling the Glass Panel, Do’s and Don’ts

Cleaning & Handling the Glass Panel

Follow the cleaning procedures in this manual to ensure the glass panel is free of dust and other particles before returning the computer to the customer.

•The glass panel is not tempered and will break into sharp pieces of mishandled. A scratched or broken glass panel is not covered under warranty.

•Removing the glass panel requires special tools such as lint-free gloves, rubber suction cups, and microfoam storage bags.

•To prevent contamination, wear lint-free gloves and handle the glass only by the edges.

Do’s and Don’ts

DO

•Handle glass panel using lint-free gloves.

•Use only a sticky silicone roller to clean the inside surface of the glass and the LCD panel.

•Place the glass panel into a clean protective microfoam bag when removed from the unit.

•Store the glass panel in a safe area where it will not be broken or damaged.

•Store the LCD panel in an anti-static bag to prevent the buildup of static charges which may attract dust particles to the display’s surface.

•Store the silicone roller and sticky paper within a temperature range of 39-104 F (5-40 C).

•If the silicone roller is no longer tacky, wash it in warm soapy water or wipe with isopropyl alcohol. If the tackiness does not return, replace the silicone roller.

DON’T

•Touch the inside of the glass with bare hands or dirty gloves. Fingerprints will be difficult to remove.

•Place the glass panel onto a work surface where it may collect dust and other contaminants unless it has first been placed into a protective microfoam bag.

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